Relentless Rain Wreaks Havoc in Bihar: Schools Shut, Transportation Crippled

Bihar is experiencing continuous heavy rainfall, causing widespread destruction and disruption. Schools in several districts, including Siwan, Gopalganj, Rohtas, and Chhapra, have been closed due to the ongoing deluge. The capital city and at least two dozen other districts are under a red alert. The relentless rain has submerged roads, damaged crops, and severely impacted transportation networks. Both road and rail services are affected, and flights to Patna have been diverted. The meteorological department predicts that the adverse weather conditions will persist for the next three days. A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal is moving northwest, bringing with it the potential for thunderstorms, lightning, and intense rainfall across the state. Red alerts have been issued for various districts on October 5th and 6th. The Disaster Management Department of Bihar, along with the Bihar Weather Service Center in Patna, has issued an alert for heavy rainfall, lightning, and high winds. The alert covers a period from October 4th to 7th. The department has also specified red and orange alert zones for various districts, including Muzaffarpur, East Champaran, Patna, and others. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and to take precautions to ensure their safety during this severe weather event. The advisory includes staying away from trees, power lines, and vulnerable infrastructure, relocating to higher ground, and avoiding contact with water bodies. Emergency contact numbers are also provided.